Bali looked up from his map as Burzdol ran up. "What happened to you," inquired the dwarf his face full of concern. It was obvious that Burzdol had been attacked.
"No time to talk. Get up, quickly, and follow me. Hurry!" Burzdol pulled Bali along and shoved him up the stairs of the inn, into the dorm area. Bali protested, but the elf wasn't listening. As they went along he explained.
"Bali, Kaldon was a traitor. I tried to stop him leaving, but he overpowered me and deserted. Before he left he posted a fake Wanted sign for you. It says that you are wanted for robbery and murder in the Shire. Every bounty hunter in Bree, as well as the entire guard force, is looking for you currently, and will not hesitate to kill. It is a miracle that no one found you yet."
They reached one of the rooms. Burzdol opened the door, and pushed Bali inside. "Stay here. I will arrange things to have this hallway protected. I must gather the group and find a way to smuggle you out. Whatever you do, don't open the door!"
He disappeared, and the door was shut. Bali was left in the darkness, crouching behind one of the beds. How could this be happening...
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